1 Postdoctoral Research Grant | OptiGenPIG
A call for applications is now open for a Postdoctoral Research Grant as part of the OptiGenPIG — Artificial-intelligence-based genomic optimisation algorithm: proof of concept applied to precision animal breeding of the Alentejano pig, funded by the Alentejo Regional Programme 2021–2027.
Scientific Field: Molecular Biotechnology, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Animal Physiology, Veterinary Sciences or related scientific fields
Admission requirements:
– A PhD in Molecular Biotechnology, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Animal Physiology, Veterinary Sciences or related fields, obtained within the three years prior to the date of application submission
– The host institution for the postdoctoral programme must be different from the one where the PhD was completed
– Proven practical experience in genetic editing using CRISPR/Cas systems (Cas9 and/or Cas12), including guide RNA design, delivery into cells and molecular verification of edits
– Proven experience in animal cell culture, including primary cultures
– Proficiency in standard molecular biology techniques: nucleic acid extraction, PCR and qPCR, cloning and sample preparation for sequencing
– Proficiency in written and spoken English, suitable for scientific writing and communication in an international context
Application deadline: The call for applications is open from 10 November 2026 to 24 November 2026. Applications must include the reference OptiGenPIG/BIPD/2/2026 in the subject line.